{"product_id":"causal-pluralism-in-the-life-sciences-a-journey-along-the-frontiers-of-conceptual-plurality-9783030879440","title":"Causal Pluralism in the Life Sciences: A Journey Along the Frontiers of Conceptual Plurality","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book challenges the notion of causal pluralism in biology by questioning its usefulness and exploring cases where it is often irrelevant or dangerous. It argues that we may have overestimated the significance of the monism-pluralism distinction and underestimated the risks of pursuing causal pluralism. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 215 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 March 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer Nature Switzerland AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book takes a novel approach to the ongoing debate surrounding causal pluralism in the realm of biology by shifting the focus away from debating its validity and towards examining its practical utility. At the heart of this work lies a central thesis: that numerous challenges in the field of biology do not necessarily hinge on whether we embrace causal pluralism or not. To support this argument, the author undertakes two crucial steps. Firstly, he develops a clear and compelling account that distinguishes pluralism from monism, providing a framework for understanding the differences between these two philosophical perspectives. Secondly, he explores specific cases in biology that are often cited as motivating causal pluralism, aiming to assess their relevance and the potential dangers associated with pursuing pluralism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough a meticulous examination of these cases, the author demonstrates how pluralism is often irrelevant and can even lead to the creation of pseudo-solutions to persistent philosophical problems. This book offers a systematic exploration of this subject matter, challenging the notion that the monism-pluralism distinction holds significant importance and highlighting the risks associated with pursuing causal pluralism. By offering a comprehensive analysis, this book provides valuable insights into the complexities of the debate surrounding causal pluralism and its implications for the philosophy of biology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 355g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 235 x 155 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783030879440\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2022\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kolja Ehrenstein","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44307606044922,"sku":"9783030879440","price":83.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_05b8b733-73ce-4587-b0d5-46ab7bbfe126.jpg?v=1688110332","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/causal-pluralism-in-the-life-sciences-a-journey-along-the-frontiers-of-conceptual-plurality-9783030879440","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}